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Keep the heating on at Víctor's home in San Jose

Víctor is behind on heating bills after my partner leaving the household and needs $650 to avoid a shut-off.

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Víctor Macías
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San Jose
The heating account is 2 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on March unless I pay $650. I have never been late before my partner leaving the household. I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $175 first, which I don't have. I live with an elderly mother, and going through winter without heating isn't safe. We would also lose the ability to run the medical equipment at home. I'm working on getting back on my feet, and will pay forward whatever help I can once I'm steady. Every dollar goes to the account in Víctor's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates. Where the $650 goes: • Utility arrears: $290 • Reconnection and late fees: $140 • Down payment on a payment plan: $220 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - Víctor
due date
2025-04-25
bill type
Utility arrears

Updates from Víctor

  1. 22% there. I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts. Thank you.

  2. Good news. Because of your gifts ($110 in total) I made the first payment toward utility arrears. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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  • Hope you get there. My husband and I read this together. Thinking of San Jose

    • Wishing you the best. Shared it with a few friends. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. Take care.

      • So sorry you're going through this. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. God bless

        • Is there anything that isn't money that would help Víctor?

          • Víctor MacíasOwnerAnswerAddress verified

            Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about utility arrears, advice is welcome too. Fair thing to want to know.

        • Jun H. RamosID verified

          Keep going, Víctor. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Blessings

          • Rooting for you. Shared it with a few friends. Love from Mumbai.

            • Stay strong, Víctor. Hope you get there. Don't give up.

              • Jack NelsonID verified

                Wishing you the best. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. It's not much but it's yours. Blessings.

                • keep going. I hope things turn around soon. Put this on a community board in São Paulo this morning.

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